In this solo episode I outline the 6 pillars of an effective long term athletic development model.

In this weeks episode of OBF Unplugged I spoke to Shane Mangan. Our conversation was based around the implementation of a tactical periodisation model in GAA. Shane introduced the concept of tactical periodisation and the considerations in applying such a model with Gaelic Games. We spoke about the importance of tactical awareness within a coaches training methodology and how it can be used to develop a holistic framework for team preparation.

In this episode of OBFUnplugged i spoke to researcher Mark Roe. We spoke about developing successful long term athletic development pathway within the GAA. 

In this weeks episode of OBFUnplugged I spoke to owner of training for warriors Martin Rooney. Martin is one of the most electrifying speakers iv ever met and when you couple his electric presenting style with his next level coaching expertise and you have a conversation worth listening to. Martin spoke about having a coaching identity, coaching relationships and his coaching evolution. This was a remarkable conversation with a special human.

In this weeks episode of OBFUnplugged in joined by researcher and strength and conditioning coach David Nolan. In this podcast we discuss some hypothetical  scenarios that face both the GAA coach and player at different stages of the season and give some views on how to best manage those situations.  There is some coaching and performance gold in this episode so sit back and enjoy.

In the weeks episode of OBFUnplugged I spoke to senior lecturer in strength and conditioning Dr. Phil Price. Phil spoke about where education lies in the coach development continuum and he offered his views on how to best identify your learn style. Phil also gave some great insights into why he things mature student have an advantage in the third level arena.

In this episode of OBF Unplugged in spoke to Joseph Coyne. This was a great conversation with one of the most successful coaches in the game. Just listen to Josephs intro and you will see what I mean. Joseph gave us a great insight into his backround and rise as one of the most sought after coaches on the plant. We spoke about his time working in the Chinese Olympic training center and how he uses special strength exercises in enhance coordination capacities of his athletes. 

In this episode of OBFUnplugged I was joined by head of performance at Munster Rugby Denis Logan. During the show we spoke about the importance of communication with respect to coaching and we dug deep into how first principles thinking can enhance our coaching process. We also discussed how to bridge the gap with the gym and the field when coaching our athletes. I hope you enjoy the show.

In this episode of OBFUnplugged I spoke to Adam Kavanagh. Adam lives the unique lifestyle of being a nomadic minimalist that lives off the land. In this episode we spoke about the catalyst for his lifestyle change, what real freedom is and the meaning of true mindfulness.

In this episode of OBFUnplugged I spoke to author of the Hoops Whisperer Idan Ravin about his journey to becoming ne of the most sought after basketball trainers in the world.